According to Fichajes, new Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso has made it clear to the club that Ferland Mendy does not feature in his plans for next season. This decision has pushed the Madrid board into

Xabi Alonso wants a new-look Real Madrid squad for the 2025/26 season as he aims to bring the club back up to standard. Alonso has confirmed his exit from Bayer Leverkusen - with his contract expiring in June ahead of his anticipated return to Madrid - as Carlo Ancelotti takes on a fresh challenge with the Brazil national team.

Xabi Alonso is just days away from officially taking over as Real Madrid’s new head coach, but he’s already pushing hard for his first signings. However, the club’s hierarchy is urging caution and rejecting some of his early transfer requests.